If you're asking yourself 'when should I change my car?', the answer is rarely a date or a mileage — it's a trend. Here are seven honest signs, with real UK costs and a two-minute gut-check.
Coil pack misfires, timing chain rattle and electric power steering faults are the three big issues on a used Corsa D 1.4. Here's how to spot them and what repairs really cost.
Ford Focus 1.6 EcoBoost cars from 2011-2014 are prone to a coolant leak into the cylinders that causes head gasket failure. Here's how to spot warning signs before buying, plus repair costs.
That rattle on a cold start could be the 1.4 TSI timing chain tensioner failing. Here's how to spot it, what a fix costs, and the checks you should do before buying.
The N47 diesel in BMWs built between 2007 and 2010 has a notorious timing chain flaw. Here's how to spot it early and what to do before you buy.
The 1.4 TSI and 1.2 TSI engines from VW Group are punchy and frugal – but early versions had a nasty habit of snapping their timing chains. Here's what you need to listen for, what it costs to fix, and how to avoid a horror story.